15. Neuberger Museum of Art

The Neuberger Museum of Art is admission-free, making it a great opportunity to check out cool exhibits.

16. Play Farmer

On Saturdays in the warmer months, visit John Jay Homestead’s Red Barn Discovery Center—and check out the grounds, which are also free to explore while you're there.

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17. Tarrytown Lighthouse

Visit Kingsland Point Park to get the best view of the Tarrytown Lighthouse, and check their website for info on public tours.

18. Stone Barns Center

Admission to Stone Barns Agricultural Center is free in winter.

19. RiverWalk

Take a stroll on the Westchester RiverWalk, which you can pick up in Tarrytown, Croton, or Peekskill.

20. Mario M. Cuomo Bridge

Cross the Hudson River along the Mario M. Cuomo Bridge, which features scenic overlooks (on a clear day you can even see the George Washington Bridge) and public art.

21. Follow the Signs

Experience the Museum in the Streets, scavenger hunt-style, in Hastings-on-Hudson.

22. Tarrytown Halloween Parade

The Hudson Valley is ripe with Halloween fun, and this annual parade is a crowd-pleaser!

Free Things to Do All Throughout Westchester County

23. Follow a New Path

Burn some calories on one of these great bike paths throughout the county.

24. Go Sledding

Go sledding in Westchester and catch some air! 

25. Play a Hiking Game

Take a hike and take in the beautiful Hudson Valley landscape, which is especially lovely in the fall. You can even play an adventure game to spice things up!

26. Try a New Playground

Be intrepid—explore a great Westchester playground you haven’t yet romped through.

27. See the Cherry Blossoms

Glory in the beauty of spring with a photo-op where cherry blossoms are in bloom.

28. Hit a Splash Pad

Cool down in one of these spray grounds and splash pads.

29. Go Ice Skating

Take a spin around an outdoor skating pond.

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Skate for free on a pond in North Salem. Photo courtesy of Westchester County Parks Dept.

30. Work That Library Card

The 38 branches of the Westchester Library System offer more than just books and storytimes. There are loads of free perks, and the best events are found in our Family Activity Calendar.

31. Sign Up for the Summer Reading Game

Join the library's annual Summer Reading Game, which offers a fun way to promote reading throughout the summer. A new theme is chosen each year, with events, prizes, and challenges.

32. Grab and Go

Many libraries offer grab-and-go kits that are available for pickup on select dates.

34. Check Out a Museum Pass

Put that local library to even more good use: Many offer year-round free museum passes you can borrow.

35. Do Good

Kids can learn more about giving back to their local community through national events, like MLK National Day of Service

36. Catch a Flick

In the summertime, many local parks and venues become a stage for FREE outdoor movies.

37. See a Summer Concert

Those same parks and venues also host many free summer concerts, magic shows, and family-friendly theatrical performances.

38. Hit Up the Sidewalk Sales

Check the lineup at seasonal sidewalk sales and community days throughout Westchester. In addition to shopping for bargains, FREE entertainment and activities for children are often provided as an added draw.

39. Let There Be Light

Take a driving tour of Christmas light displays in Westchester. All but one of these displays are free.

40. Easter Egg Hunts

Set kids off searching for sweets at one of these local Easter egg hunts that take place each spring. Many are completely free.

41. Discover a New Artist

Catch the changing exhibits at a local art gallery.

Many more FREE programs can be found year-round on our Family Activity Calendar.